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HCS Stars "Recruit Me" event: Empowering Hampton City Schools' Student-Athletes


Bethel High School's Academy of Transportation, Analytics, Information, and Logistics (TrAIL) Academy is excited to host the upcoming HCS Stars "Recruit Me" event on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Bethel High School.

 

The HCS Stars “Recruit Me” event is open to all Hampton City Schools student-athletes and their families. Registration is required and can be completed at HCS Stars Registration.

 

This unique event is designed to provide student-athletes and their families with valuable insights into the college recruitment process, helping students prepare for both their athletic and academic futures. Participants will engage in eight interactive workshops led by guest speakers, including representatives from SheScoredSports, Sportsplug757, Tommy Reamon Jr., Norfolk State University (NSU), and other industry professionals.

 

Event Highlights:

  • Rotating Workshops: Covering key topics such as NCAA compliance, recruitment timelines, creating standout highlight reels, and effective communication with recruiters.

  • App Demonstrations: Students will explore and test the innovative HCS Stars app, designed to guide athletes through the process of advancing to the next level.

  • Professional Headshots: In partnership with the Media Arts and Design (MAD) Academy, students can have professional headshots and action shots taken for their recruitment profiles.

“The HCS Stars 'Recruit Me' event embodies the mission of the TrAIL Academy by integrating programming, logistics, and community engagement to provide students with real-world, impactful opportunities,” said Kimberly Coleman, AP computer science teacher at Bethel High School.

 

For more information, contact Kimberly Coleman at kcoleman@hampton.k12.va.us  

 

About the TrAIL Academy:
The TrAIL Academy focuses on Transportation, Analytics, Information, and Logistics, training students to become innovative leaders equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate emerging technologies and industries.